2000 BMW 750 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 750 (387 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 750 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW 750 (759 Nm) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (280 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 750 | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 750 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 387 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
